Audiovisual Media Services Directive

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07/14/2026

Member States can impose certain targeted obligations on online services, CJEU says

The CJEU permits targeted age-verification and roadside-check information restrictions, but requires strict compliance with the E-Commerce Directive’s cross-border safeguards.

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03/09/2024

Ireland Fined €2.5m for Failing to Implement Audiovisual Directive

Ireland fined €2.5m for not implementing EU Audiovisual Media Services Directive (AVMSD) on time.